Teacher of Science
Callington Community College, Callington, Cornwall, PL17 7DR18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Preferably Summer 2027 or September 2027 for the right candidate
Closing date
30 November 2026 at 8am
Date listed
5 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subject
- Science
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £32,916.00 - £51,048.00 Annually (FTE) MPS/UPS pay award pending
Teacher of Science job summary
Are you passionate about making Science engaging, accessible and inspiring for all young people?
Westcountry Schools Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Teacher of Science to join our thriving Science team at Callington Community College. Whether you are an Early Career Teacher or an experienced practitioner, this is an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of scientists and make a real difference to students' lives.
What You'll DoYou'll deliver high-quality Science lessons that challenge, motivate and engage students across the curriculum. Working within a supportive and ambitious department, you'll:
- Inspire students to develop a lifelong interest in Science.
- Deliver creative, engaging and well-structured lessons.
- Support students of all abilities to achieve excellent outcomes.
- Contribute to curriculum development and innovative teaching practice.
- Take part in STEM enrichment opportunities, clubs, trips and wider school life.
We're seeking an individual who:
- Holds Qualified Teacher Status and a good honours degree.
- Has strong subject knowledge in Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
- Is passionate about excellent teaching and learning.
- Has high expectations for all students.
- Is committed to inclusion, innovation and continuous professional development.
- Shares our values of Collaboration, Aspiration, Integrity, Compassion and Respect.
At Westcountry Schools Trust, we're committed to developing exceptional educators. You'll benefit from:
✅ A supportive and collaborative Science department
✅ Trust-wide opportunities to share best practice and develop professionally
✅ A culture that values innovation, research and continuous improvement
✅ High-quality CPD and career progression opportunities
✅ The chance to make a genuine impact on the lives of young people across our communities
Join UsIf you're ready to inspire curiosity, develop scientific thinking and help students achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you. Callington Community College is situated just 20 minutes from the vibrant city of Plymouth, and 30 minutes from the beach. Nestled in the beautiful Cornish countryside, with Bodmin Moor on one side and Dartmoor on the other, our location provides an inspiring backdrop for learning. With just under 1,000 students, we are large enough to offer excellent opportunities while maintaining the family feel that allows us to know and support our students as individuals.
Apply today and become part of a Trust where we are truly Stronger Together.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Callington Community College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to receipt of satisfactory enhanced DBS clearance, which will include, if appropriate, a letter of good conduct from any country in which an applicant has worked or lived in within the last 5 years; plus prudent checks of references and employment history. The interview will include questions about safeguarding children.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Callington Community College
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 887 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
This is an exciting opportunity to join Westcountry Schools Trust. We are a dynamic organisation with our students and staff at our heart. Built on an extensive track record of excellence, the Trust combines a range of secondary colleges, primary schools and business units based in a variety of sites across Devon and Cornwall.
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